by Sarah Curtis
Again, the guy's Adam's apple bobbed as he swallowed, but he put on a bold act. "I've got friends in high places."
"Well now, isn't that a coincidence." Nico took a step closer to the desk while twirling the knife through his fingers and noticed a bead of sweat run down the side of Scott's face. "Because so do I."
Nico's men moved to either side of Scott, and he finally gave up his fearless act. "Listen." He raised his hands in pleading fashion. "Just tell me why you're here. I'm sure we can work something out."
Nico smirked. "That's better. See how nice it is to be polite?" He saw Scott's expression harden but he remained silent. Good, he was learning. "Get rid of the broad."
Scott's eyes darted to the couch then back, and he gave his head a small shake. "No. The girl stays."
"Hiding behind a woman's skirt? You think having her here will protect you?"
"She needs to stay."
Nico looked back over at the woman, his brow furrowing as he wondered who she was and her importance. He moved around the desk, Frankie stepping out of the way so he could come in close so Scott couldn't miss any of his words. "Not sure what the side operation you've got going on here is, but it's done. You don't heed my warning, I'll make you done." Nico placed the tip of his blade on the guy's jugular and pressed just hard enough to draw blood. "And believe me, you won't like the way I'll do that. I'll send you on the same vacation I sent your friends."
Nico turned away from the desk and headed for the door, calling over his shoulder, "Take the girl and let's go."
"You can't do that," Scott shouted.
Nico stopped, turning back just far enough to see Scott trying to surge up from his chair, but Marco and Frankie were holding him down with a hand to each of his shoulders. "Watch me." Nico's gaze cut to the woman. "Come."
She looked at Scott, who still struggled to stand, then back at Nico, clearly unable to make a decision.
Nico was pissed and knew it showed on his face, so he lightened his tone. "I'll make this easy for you. Come or he dies."
She rose to her feet but hesitated when Scott shouted, "No! He'll kill me if you take her."
Nico wasn't sure who the "he" was that Scott spoke of, but said anyway, "Then you'll do as I say, and the woman won't get hurt." He looked at his men, giving them a nod.
Marco pulled out his gun, raised it, then smashed the butt against Scott's temple. Nico didn't know the extent of Scott's operation, but he planned to find out.
Meanwhile, he'd have the girl.
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Author’s Note
I started this journey almost four years ago, and now, nine books later, I still can’t believe I’m living my dream. I’ve met so many great people. The indie community embraced me, and now I’d like to give a big hug back.
To Layla and Brynne, I love you both so much. Thank you for always being there for me.
To Carla, thank you for all you do, for being such a good friend and for cracking that whip when I need it.
My Betas, Nichole, Nicole, Cicely, Colleen, thank you for all your insights but most of all your time that you selflessly give to me.
All the bloggers, thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedules to read me.
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And last but most certainly not least, a big, huge thank you to all the readers who read and support all us indie authors. If not for you, I couldn’t be living my dream.
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